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"Ksenia is truly talented in teaching people math. I have improved tremendously. She is very patient and kind and can explain every simple detail without

making you feel stupid. Great experience! I will take more classes with her if I have difficulties in math in the future.

Mike V."

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New York, NY teacher:
Ksenia S.

Review by Jacqueline

"Math has always been difficult for me and was overwhelming during the second semester of my junior year. I found myself falling further behind at the begi

nning of my senior year and asked my parents for help. It was early October when I met Ouray for the first time. His ability to teach was impressive and very successful with me. I would recommend Ouray to any other students in the same situation as I was in at that time. Oh, I did graduate with my class in May of this year.Joseph R"

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Phoenix, AZ teacher:
Ouray K.

Review by Latonia

"Roni is the best!!! I have learned so much from her regarding college admissions, along with applying for scholarships. She is kind, smart, always profess

ional, very patient with her clients/students and eager to start class with a smile and on time. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is interested in furthering their education or who just wants to learn the in’s and out’s about how to fund your college education. Roni is very good at what she does, you will not be disappointed."

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San Jose, CA teacher:
Rondalynne M.

Review by David

"Keith is awesome. Keith has a lot of knowledge in the field of finance and economics. He has provided me with both academic and professional advice. Keith

maintains a positive attitude during tutoring sessions and really is a pleasure to work with. Studying with Keith makes me not dread studying like all of times. I would highly recommend Keith if you are studying economics, finance, or accounting."

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New York, NY teacher:
Keith G.

Review by Nadia

"Nadia is a great tutor. She is very attentive and has an amazing approach to my child. She is flexible with the schedule and never had a problem if I had

to reschedule. She is a great tutor and I would definitely recommend her for any parent who wants to help their kids."

Arlys A.

About Arlys

Are you a singer or speaker who would like a more powerful, authentic voice? Please take a deep inhale by expanding and opening your rib cage, relax your jaw and exhale with 'aaahhh'. Have FUN with it so that you can hear and feel the difference sooner. My focus is to assist you in finding an easier way to sustain your best posture, breath support, resonance and pitch control by bringing awareness to existing vocal habits and giving you hands-on experience with adjusting those habits. My mission is to help you find your most relaxed & elongated posture, breath support, full resonance and best

I grew up singing freely and naturally until I destroyed my voice thru improper, frequent overuse. I believed my career was over, but it was just starting. Private lessons with vocal professionals coupled with academic studies rebuilt my perception of how I was generating sound and their training gave me back MY VOICE, for which I am forever grateful.

I CAN HELP YOU REACH YOUR GOALS: My cross-training in dance, yoga, Tai Chi, commercial & improvisational acting provides a well-rounded platform from which to deliver information, guide vocal explorers and also help develop talent.

LIFE SKILLS: No matter the subject, my focus is also teach skills that can be extrapolated into any area of your life. Life Skills focuses on eradicating negative self-talk and expanding communication skills that help develop confidence, enhancing daily life.

Between performing and my own artistic studies, I have been taking the occasional private voice student since 1997, mostly via referrals from friends and other students. While living in California, one of my voice teachers requested me as her regular substitute at Culver City and Santa Monica Music Schools from 2008-2012, which I felt deeply honored. She said she trusted me with their voices, which encouraged me into full-time voice teaching practice. In June 2012, I returned to Minneapolis and began teaching in my home studio through music services like Take Lessons. Past projects include producing a vocal showcase at The Ritz Theater, musical direction & choreography for a school's 2016 production of the Wizard of Oz; assisting students to prepare for local & national auditions like La Banda, The Voice & American Idol; prepping singers for studio recordings and congratulating a new student who's stepped out of the chorus to land her first lead role!

I am forever grateful to all of my teachers, past and present, for their valuable gifts of knowledge, skill, grace and compassion.

TRAVEL:Cost for travel is charged at the same rate per hour, as the lesson itself since I am unable to teach other students when in transit.Exception: Travel is included for In-Studio Coaching to Success sessions

CANCELLATIONSMutual 24-hour advance notice agreement states both parties will respect the difficulty of planning schedules by providing 24-hour notice to change a reserved lesson time.

* Cancellations within 24-hours of lesson require a phone call or text - Lessons not cancelled w/24-hour notice are the responsibility of the cancelling party to makeup - True emergencies are exempt

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Reviews

Christina S. December 6, 2016
Singing ·
In studio Verified Student

Great first lesson, going back next week:)

Danae R. November 3, 2016
Singing ·
Online Verified Student

I took a group lesson with Arlys on Takelessons Live - it was fantastic! She was very enthusiastic and helpful. She was also very funny! I encourage anyone who wants to learn new tricks to sign up with her.

Ita N. September 13, 2016
In home Verified Student

I found her personality to be so infectious! And she taught me warmup techniques I have never seen despite being in choir virtually my whole life. I love that she has a dance background and places such an emphasis on knowing your body. I think she's a great human being as well as a gifted teacher, and I highly recommend her!

I graduated from the University of St. Thomas "Cum Laude" in 2011 with a Bachelor's Degree in Guitar Performance, with minors in Music Production & Composition. While attending St. Thomas I served as the Music Theory tutor, as well as the live sound/stage/light/recording technician for student & faculty recitals.

I have been playing professionally & teaching for over

a decade. My passion for music is something that I love to share with anyone else who feels inclined to make music. My goal is to share the skills & knowledge I've acquired throughout my experiences with those willing to learn & dedicate themselves to the craft of making music.

*** Lesson Details ***I am experienced in most major genres of music: classical, jazz, blues, rock, funk, folk, metal, acoustic fingerstyle/slap, instrumental rock, "shred," pop, world music, electronica, etc. & feel comfortable conveying the techniques, approaches & idioms to a student by breaking them down into digestible components, while making these new ideas relatable to material they are already familiar with.

In the end, I want the student to learn what they're most interested in learning. I'm here to answer any questions they may have & with my experiences, I feel confident that I will be able to either answer these questions or point them in the right direction. Some topics covered:

The student will learn at the pace they set for themselves & can only get out of it the amount of effort they put forth. I expect my students to practice on a regular basis (however brief each session may be). Consistency is key for progress to be made, & if they hold up their end of the bargain, the payoffs will be quite substantial!

*** Travel Equipment ***I can provide guitar neck paper. I expect the students to have their own instrument & any materials they may need to achieve the goals they've set for themselves (such as a weekly notebook).

Alex M.

Alex M.

Don S.

About Don

Upbeat, fun and patient. Professional performer/teacher with a BA in music (with honors) and English from Wesleyan University, graduate study in music education from University of St. Thomas and film production/screenwriting with honors from Minneapolis College (MCTC). Donspecializes in helping you to unleash your creativity and self-expression. Guitar, songwriting, composition/music production (Garageband, etc), computer-based "beat-making", ensembles, and pop vocal coaching. Tutoring and computer help also offered.

Many years experience in K-12 music and digital media technology (audio an

d video) working with gifted/talented and special needs students as well as in-school artist residencies. Adult students are a specialty and are most welcome!

*** Lesson Details ***In individual lessons, instruction will be tailored to the individual desires and needs of each student. Fun "family-style" lessons with parent(s) and young children are also a new option.

Don was excellent! We arranged for lessons to take place in our home which was super convenient. Don worked with both my daughter and myself weekly. His lessons were both fun and challenging. Highly recommend working with Don! Fun for all ages.

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Candis P.

About Candis

Welcome!Hello! I’ve been teaching for 10 years now and love every minute of it. My focus is on providing each of my students individualized instruction that meets his or her own needs, interests, and learning style. Parents and students have seen the difference that this data driven, holistic style makes. I can't wait to meet you and your child as we embark on a journey of learning and discovery! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

About my studio:• Current students: Range in age from 4-adult• Recitals: Offered twice a year• Group classes: Options available fo

r established students• Lessons: Individualized for each student’s needs, interests and learning style• Each student receives: Personalized practice plans and strategies• Feedback and support available as needed between lessons

About me:• 7 years of private lessons experience• 3 years of classroom experience: Music and General Education• Fully certified• Viola performance degree from Western Michigan University• Education certification from Relay Graduate School of Education

Ready to get started?Use the “Reserve your spot with Candis” feature on the screen, or call Take Lessons directly. Message me directly to discuss any schedule questions or concerns.

Have questions?Finding a teacher who is a good fit for your child and your family is immensely important. There are lots of teaching styles and personalities and you want this to be a positive experience that your child will not only learn from, but will cherish and enjoy. I hope the above information helps give you a sense of what I can offer your family, but please reach out if I can answer any questions that will help you in making this important decision.

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Reviews

Rachita U. October 29, 2016
Viola ·
In studio Verified Student

Very good teacher and cool

Eric W. October 17, 2016
Violin ·
In home Verified Student

I, being an older male adult, can be a little skeptical about wholeheartedly havong trust in taking someone direction when learning something new. Well, my first lesson, basically just getting feel for each other went pleasantly well. I am very much at ease with following Candis lead and I trust I will be able to play the violin well with confidence if i meet her halfway and apply myself. She has a nice personality too.

Harley September 9, 2016
Violin ·
Online Verified Student

Our first lesson was very good! My daughter responded to her very well and we are looking forward to many more!

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Minneapolis, MN 55447

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Larry G.

About Larry

My name is Larry. I retired from a career in Banking. This career took me from Chicago to Singapore and finally to London before returning to the USA. For the last few years I have completed an undergrad degree in Mathematics to go with my Physics degree. I expect to finish a Math Master's from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities this spring. I also have a MN State Math 8-12 Teaching License. I am actively tutoring AP Calculus, AP Physics as well as all other HS Math classes. I can also tutor Linear Algebra, Differential Equations and Discrete Math. I have 4 grown children, all

college grads or in college. I enjoy playign as much golf as I can duning school hours and tutor in the early to late evenings. In the winter when golf is impossible, I cross-country ski and practice golf indoors.I do a ton of NY Times crosswor puzzles - 2 to 3 a day. I love Mathematics and spend about 2 hours a day doing math recreationally. Thanks for the look at my profile!!!Larry

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